Iao Valley
ʻĪao Valley (Hawaiian: ʻĪao: "cloud supreme", pronounced similar to "EE-yow") is a lush, stream-cut valley in West Maui, Hawaii, located 3.1 miles (5 km) west of Wailuku. Because of its natural environment and history, it has become a tourist location. It was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1972.
| ʻĪao Valley | |
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| ʻĪao Valley | |
ʻĪao Valley West Maui Mountains ʻĪao Valley ʻĪao Valley (Hawaii) | |
| Floor elevation | 1,000 feet (300 m) |
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| Coordinates | 20°52′51″N 156°32′42″W |
U.S. National Natural Landmark | |
| Designated | 1972 |
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